Gladys H. (Talan) Jacober
DATELINE: NARRAGANSETT
Jacober, Gladys H. (Talan), 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Harold B. Jacober for 56 years.
Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Morris and Bessie (Botvin) Talan, she was a resident of Narragansett for 44 years, previously living in Cranston. Gladys was a member of Temple Beth-El and Congregation Beth David. She was a graduate of Hope High School.
Devoted mother of Alan Jacober and his wife Jane of Providence, and her late children Jeffrey Jacober and his wife Karen, and Ellen H. Jacober. Loving grandmother of David Jacober, Michael (Kennon) Jacober, Suzanne (Evan) Walke, Andrew Jacober, and the late Eric Jacober. Cherished great-grandmother of Jules, Rozsa, Olivia and Scarlett. Dear sister of the late Herbert Talan and the late Evelyn Zimberg. She was an adored aunt and a dear friend to many. Gladys and the late George Feldman found a renewed happiness together in their latter years of life.
Gladys was a businesswoman well ahead of her time. She co-founded Alpine Ski Shops and built this business by her late husband’s side. Although her role was often behind the scenes, she would also work 12-hour days on the sales floor, in her clogs, always welcoming people into “her second home”. She was one of the most respected apparel buyers in the ski industry and she was known for her keen eye for fashion and quality until her retirement in 1988.
Her home was her sanctuary, and she loved her gardens, the ocean and most of all the center of her life spending time with her cherished children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Her home was always open to help anyone she could who may have had some issues finding their way in life. A great listener, Gladys would also tell it like it is. She carried herself with grace, and a quiet elegance.
The family is especially grateful to her caregivers Silvia, Martha, Erin, Barbara and Mary for giving her companionship and dignity without any hesitation through these difficult times and circumstances.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Congregation Beth David, 102 Kingstown Road, Narragansett RI 02882 or a charity of your choice. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Shiva will be private.
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I was so sorry to hear of Gladys’s passing. A hole in my heart will remain. The friendship with my parents will always be an enduring memory for me. Rich Feldman
Alan and Jane
I am so sorry for your loss. May your fond memories serve as comfort to you always.
Dear Jane , Alan and Family,’
Shelly and I extend our condolences on the passing of your mother. So many wonderful memories from the past. May they give you some comfort.
fondly, Joanne Summer
Allen Jacober:
I would like to send my condolences regarding your mother. She was always nice to me. Your entire family I enjoyed growing up with in the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Harris Yetra
Alan,
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. Please extend our condolences to your family. May her memory be a blessing. I have such great memories of our families together.
jeff
Aland and Family, This poem was shared with me at a time of loss and I share it forward. DEATH IS NOTHING
Death is nothing at all. It does not count. I have only slipped away into the next room. Nothing has happened. Everything remains exactly as it was. I am I and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by the old familiar name. Speak to me in the easy way, which you always used. Put no difference in your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, and pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without an effort without the ghost of a shadow upon it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is an absolute unbroken continuity. What is Death but a negligent accident? Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well .
Written by Henry Scott Holland (27 January 1847 – 17 March 1918) was Regius Professor of Divinity at the University of Oxford
Sincere condolences and warm regards to all the family. I have many fond memories from the skiing and Camp Fuller connections. Gladys was always a cordial and welcoming person, as were Harold, Jeff and Alan. May her memory be a blessing.
I was lucky to know Gladys through my many years working with Jeff. I have fond memories helping Harold and Gladys with Heierling when they shared offices with Jeff on Elmwood Avenue. Gladys was always kind and friendly.
My deepest condolences to Alan, Jane, David, Michael and the entire Jacober family.
Our sympathies to the Family at the loss of a very dear friend.
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies for the loss of such a wonderful, kind, caring women. I am so grateful to have called her my friend. I loved her determination, strength, and keen eye for great fashion. She will be missed.
Kristin White Loughlin
Gladys was a dear friend much loved by me and all the members
of the Narragansett Bridge Family. I am sure she is happily playing in a heavenly foursome.
On a personal level, I will miss her very much. Our friendship
was a special one over the years and I had great respect for
Gladys and her special love for her family.
I will miss her very much.
Joan OConnell
Dear Alan,
I have only the fondest memories of your Mom with her radiant smile.The Horowitz and Jacober family spent good times together at Temple Beth Israel. May her memory be a blessing. I know she will be greatly missed. Betty ( Horowitz) Leef
dear alan and family. i am offering my deepest condolences; so sorry for your loss. as you know, i worked at alpine 1981-85, and gladys and i never had one word of disagreement. she was the best
Sorry for your loss. Gladys was a lovely lady…..a friend to all that knew her.
My deepest condolences to you and your family in this time of loss. I remember Gladys and Harold asking me to go down and do some work at their home and treating me with such kindness. inviting me to stop in anytime I was in the area. such a beautiful Soul will certainly will be missed here on earth.
Dear Alan, Jane, Suzanne , Andrew, David and Michael,
I don’t know how to adequately express my sadness and sorrow for your great loss. The depth of her love for you all was infinite. She cherished you above all else.
I remember going into the house to care for Harold during his last few weeks of life. Gladys opened the door, smiled that warm and beautiful smile, and from that moment I loved her. We stayed in regular contact after that and eventually she asked me to assist her at home.
Spending time Gladys was a gift, a privilege and a joy. I found myself in awe of her. She was so warm, strong, gracious, determined, loving and deeply kind. She was savvy and very young at heart and always with it, whether in terms of fashion, current events and especially her wit, she knew the deal. She was a dear friend to me, as well as a loving mother figure and as such, together we experienced all the things that go along with that… so many good times as well as some challenging times. But we always made sure to say I love you to each other, no matter what, because we both knew the importance of that. One thing I could never say enough is thank you. How could I possibly thank her enough for being so warm and inviting and strong and gracious and kind and loving and so much fun? How can I adequately express my gratitude for her being such a wonderful example of strength, beauty and grace? She was someone I looked up to and can only hope to emulate. She has been a steady, guiding and loving presence in my life and I don’t know how to fill this space. Together we shared so much for so long. Some of the most meaningful, enlightening conversations I have had in my life were with Gladys. She was so warm, like the sunshine that she so enjoyed. She was a bright beautiful light.
Gladys Jacober was larger than life. I am so sad and sorry for your immeasurable loss. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Rest in peace sweet Gladdy. I will always love you and miss you dearly.
Alan and Jane, Thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time of sorrow.
Dear Jane and Alan and Family,
We extend out deepest sympathy upon the loss of your dear mother. She was a lovely person and she will be remembered for her many kindnesses and caring nature. May her memory be an eternal blessing.
Most sincerely,
Gloria and Martin Feibish
Dear Jane and Alan and Family,
We extend our deepest sympathy upon the loss of your dear mother.
She was a lovely person and will be remembered for her many kindnesses and caring nature. May her memory be an eternal blessing.
Most sincerely,
Gloria and Martin Feibish
Dear Alan and family Mary Lou and I are very sad to hear of your mother’s passing. It was a joy to have known her. I certain my brother Sandy would convey the same. Warmest regards the Altman family
Gladys and I met when she was 9 and I was 11 and moved into the three-decker house where she resided with her family. We remained friends all these years even though I moved from Providence when I was married in 1950. We stayed out too late at the carnival each year and, during our teenage years, enjoyed playing Mah Jong and bridge; we knew and liked each other’s friends. When my Dad died, Gladys took care of my children and, again, the next year when we returned for the unveiling. She was an important part of my growing up, a dear friend, and a lovely person; I will cherish my memories.
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Gladys. May her memory always be a blessing. A beautiful soul.